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...About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS special features 1-4 ...2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-4 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.1.9 mPCIe Combo...
...About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS special features 1-4 ...2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-4 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.1.9 mPCIe Combo...
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... DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-7 4.3.4 EPU 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 2 4-11 4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost 4-16 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-17 4.3.8 USB Charger 4-18 4.3.9 Probe II 4-20 4.3.10 Sensor Recorder 4-21 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-23 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-24 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-25 4.3.14 ROG Connect 4-27 4.3.15...
... DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-7 4.3.4 EPU 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 2 4-11 4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost 4-16 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-17 4.3.8 USB Charger 4-18 4.3.9 Probe II 4-20 4.3.10 Sensor Recorder 4-21 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-23 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-24 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-25 4.3.14 ROG Connect 4-27 4.3.15...
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...short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from ...the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using an adapter or extension cord. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • ...
...short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from ...the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using an adapter or extension cord. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • ...
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ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x Thunderbolt port 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x ROG Connect On/Off button 4 x USB 2.0 (1 port for ROG Connect) 1 xPS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x ... EZ Plug connector [black] (for PCIe slots) 1 x 4-pin EZ Plug connector [white] (for back I /O Ports Internal Connectors ASUS Q-Design - MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Back I /O and PCIe slots) 1 x LN2 Mode header 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x START (Power-on) button 1 x RESET button 1 x GO button 1 x S/PDIF OUT header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System ...
ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x Thunderbolt port 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x ROG Connect On/Off button 4 x USB 2.0 (1 port for ROG Connect) 1 xPS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x ... EZ Plug connector [black] (for PCIe slots) 1 x 4-pin EZ Plug connector [white] (for back I /O Ports Internal Connectors ASUS Q-Design - MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Back I /O and PCIe slots) 1 x LN2 Mode header 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x START (Power-on) button 1 x RESET button 1 x GO button 1 x S/PDIF OUT header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System ...
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MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Internal Connectors Manageability BIOS Features Software Form Factor 1 x mPCIe Combo™ header 15 x Probelt measurement points 7 x Probelt cable connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE 64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi...
MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Internal Connectors Manageability BIOS Features Software Form Factor 1 x mPCIe Combo™ header 15 x Probelt measurement points 7 x Probelt cable connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE 64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi...
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xvi Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xvi Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...discrete graphics cards are not in real-time via a notebook. With Intel® Quick Sync Video 2.0 technology, it drastically reduces the power usage, making the system more environmentally friendly. * LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. ** Intel®... allows you to monitor the status of your overclocking enjoyment, and offers you with adjustable CPU and memory power management frequencies. Extreme Engine Digi+ II The Extreme Engine Digi+ II is a special IC that supports Intel® Smart Response Technology hybrid storage acceleration, ...
...discrete graphics cards are not in real-time via a notebook. With Intel® Quick Sync Video 2.0 technology, it drastically reduces the power usage, making the system more environmentally friendly. * LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. ** Intel®... allows you to monitor the status of your overclocking enjoyment, and offers you with adjustable CPU and memory power management frequencies. Extreme Engine Digi+ II The Extreme Engine Digi+ II is a special IC that supports Intel® Smart Response Technology hybrid storage acceleration, ...
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...touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components... the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the...
...touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components... the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the...
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... sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3) 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56; EZ Plug connectors (6-pin EZ_PLUG_1; 1-4 EZ_PLUG_2) 25. OC Key connector (10-1 pin OC_KEY) 26. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin EATX12V) 2. BIOS Switch button 20. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 21. ROG Connect Switch header (2-pin ROG_CON_SW... 1-31 1-30 1-28 1-30 1-29 1-50 1-44 1-42 1-41 1-43 1-43 1-29 1-49 1-45 1-44 1-47 1-50 1-52 1-31 2-12 Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction START (Power-on) button 11. PCIe x16 Lane switch 12. USB3_E34) 15.
... sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3) 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56; EZ Plug connectors (6-pin EZ_PLUG_1; 1-4 EZ_PLUG_2) 25. OC Key connector (10-1 pin OC_KEY) 26. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin EATX12V) 2. BIOS Switch button 20. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 21. ROG Connect Switch header (2-pin ROG_CON_SW... 1-31 1-30 1-28 1-30 1-29 1-50 1-44 1-42 1-41 1-43 1-43 1-29 1-49 1-45 1-44 1-47 1-50 1-52 1-31 2-12 Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction START (Power-on) button 11. PCIe x16 Lane switch 12. USB3_E34) 15.
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... • The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting...power cables are not bent. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME...
... • The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting...power cables are not bent. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME...
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AMD AMD - 23EY4587 MB6H 23EY4587 MB6H - - - - - - - - - Hynix ELPIDA S-POWER H5TQ2G8 3BFRPBC J2108BDB G-GN-F 20YT5NG S-POWER 20YT5NG Team Team T3D2568E T-16 T3D1288R T-16 9-9-9-27 9 9 9 9 6-8-6-24 6-8-6-24 8-8-8 9-9-9-24 7-7-7-... 4GB DS (2x2GB) PVV38G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB DS (2x4GB) PX7312G1600LLK(XMP) 12GB DS (3x4GB) SMD-4G68HP-16KZ 4GB DS SanMax SMD-4G68NG-16KK 4GB DS Silicon Power Silicon Power Team SP002GBLTU160V02 2GB SS (XMP) SP004GBLTU160V02 4GB DS (XMP) TED34096M1600HC11 4GB DS Team TXD31024M1600C8-D 1GB SS (XMP) - - - - - - - - - ...
AMD AMD - 23EY4587 MB6H 23EY4587 MB6H - - - - - - - - - Hynix ELPIDA S-POWER H5TQ2G8 3BFRPBC J2108BDB G-GN-F 20YT5NG S-POWER 20YT5NG Team Team T3D2568E T-16 T3D1288R T-16 9-9-9-27 9 9 9 9 6-8-6-24 6-8-6-24 8-8-8 9-9-9-24 7-7-7-... 4GB DS (2x2GB) PVV38G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB DS (2x4GB) PX7312G1600LLK(XMP) 12GB DS (3x4GB) SMD-4G68HP-16KZ 4GB DS SanMax SMD-4G68NG-16KK 4GB DS Silicon Power Silicon Power Team SP002GBLTU160V02 2GB SS (XMP) SP004GBLTU160V02 4GB DS (XMP) TED34096M1600HC11 4GB DS Team TXD31024M1600C8-D 1GB SS (XMP) - - - - - - - - - ...
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... C304627C B1AG22Fe E304459C B1AG32Cf K4B4G084 6A-HCH9 K4B2G08 46C K4B1G08 46F NT5CB128 M8AN-CG 10YT3E5 NANYA S-POWER NT5CB128 M8AN-CG 20YT3NG Timing - Size SS/ DS KING TIGER Mach Xtreme Mach Xtreme MICRON ...RiDATA C304627CB1AG22Fe 2GB DS RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 4GB DS SAMSUNG M378B1G73AH0-CH9 8GB DS SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 2GB DS Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power SP001GBLTE133S01 SP001GBLTU133S02 SP002GBLTE133S01 SP002GBLTU133V02 1GB SS 1GB SS 2GB DS 2GB SS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - - - C2S46D3 0-D313 D9PFJ...
... C304627C B1AG22Fe E304459C B1AG32Cf K4B4G084 6A-HCH9 K4B2G08 46C K4B1G08 46F NT5CB128 M8AN-CG 10YT3E5 NANYA S-POWER NT5CB128 M8AN-CG 20YT3NG Timing - Size SS/ DS KING TIGER Mach Xtreme Mach Xtreme MICRON ...RiDATA C304627CB1AG22Fe 2GB DS RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 4GB DS SAMSUNG M378B1G73AH0-CH9 8GB DS SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 2GB DS Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power SP001GBLTE133S01 SP001GBLTU133S02 SP002GBLTE133S01 SP002GBLTU133V02 1GB SS 1GB SS 2GB DS 2GB SS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - - - C2S46D3 0-D313 D9PFJ...
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1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2A slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_2B slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_3 slot PCIe 2.0/1.1 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_4 slot ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-25
1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2A slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_2B slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_3 slot PCIe 2.0/1.1 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_4 slot ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-25
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...- Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction x16 x16 PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_2B - PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_4 - - x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for... speed rate. • When the system is running with four VGA cards, ensure to connect the EZ PLUG_1/2 for extra PCIe power supply. • PCIe 3.0/2.0_x16/x8_1 slot switches to x8 mode when other PCIe 3.0/2.0 slots are occupied. • PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_2B...
...- Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction x16 x16 PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_2B - PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_4 - - x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for... speed rate. • When the system is running with four VGA cards, ensure to connect the EZ PLUG_1/2 for extra PCIe power supply. • PCIe 3.0/2.0_x16/x8_1 slot switches to x8 mode when other PCIe 3.0/2.0 slots are occupied. • PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_2B...
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... the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to power up or wake up the system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
... the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to power up or wake up the system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-33 Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on button. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on button that lights up to locate the root problem within seconds. 4. 3. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting...any motherboard component. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in sequence during motherboard booting process. This is a reminder that the system is solved.
Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-33 Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on button. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on button that lights up to locate the root problem within seconds. 4. 3. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting...any motherboard component. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in sequence during motherboard booting process. This is a reminder that the system is solved.
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... 0F 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F Description Not used Power on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-35 AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode...
... 0F 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F Description Not used Power on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-35 AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode...
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... initialization Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is failed Not used Power on the next page) Chapter 1 1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction Reset type detection (soft/hard). Q-Code table Code 50 - 53 54 55 56 57 58 59...
... initialization Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is failed Not used Power on the next page) Chapter 1 1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction Reset type detection (soft/hard). Q-Code table Code 50 - 53 54 55 56 57 58 59...
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...-3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors.
...-3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors.
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.... The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use a PSU with 1000W power or above to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that ...complies with more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use two or more power-consuming devices. 10. The power supply plugs are designed...
.... The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use a PSU with 1000W power or above to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that ...complies with more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use two or more power-consuming devices. 10. The power supply plugs are designed...